Queen Elizabeth II has to say goodbye: Ann Fortune FitzRoy, a long-time friend and close confidante of the British regent, has died.
London – Eight months ago Queen Elizabeth II (95) lost her husband Prince Philip (99, † 2021), now she has to cope with a heavy loss again. Her confidante Ann Fortune Fitzroy died on December 3rd at the age of 101.
The death of Ann Fortune FitzRoy, Duchess of Grafton shakes the British palace. Until recently, the 101-year-old worked in the service of the crown. She was one of the most loyal employees of Queen Elizabeth II and stood by the monarch over the years not only as an employee, but also as a friend with words and deeds.
24royal.de * gives an insight into the relationship between Queen Elizabeth II and Ann Fortune FitzRoy.
In 1953, the year of Elizabeth’s coronation, FitzRoy accepted a position at court, according to media reports. At first she took on the duties of a chambermaid, in 1967 she became the “Mistress of the Robes” (the Queen’s chief steward). In this function, the Duchess took care of, among other things, the rosters of the ladies-in-waiting. Ann Fortune FitzRoy accompanied the Queen on official appointments and was also part of the royal entourage on state visits abroad. * 24royal.de is an offer from IPPEN.MEDIA.
